Category: pasta

Have you ever had Bang Bang Shrimp at Bonefish Grill? Ohhhh boy….those things are seriously addictive. Unfortunately they are deep fried and coated in a mayonnaise based sauce. These delicious little bites of heaven are like a heart attack waiting to happen. A couple of years ago I ran across a recipe for skinny bang … More Bang Bang Shrimp Pasta

Throughout my weight loss journey, I have learned a lot. But, I have come to one overwhelming conclusion. I don’t cut carbs. It’s just not gonna happen ya’ll. I love pasta, and potatoes. I enjoy eating my burgers between 2 halves of a bun. I have done the low carb thing in the past and … More 3 Cheese Penne Florentine

My streak of being a sucker for anything Asian or Mexican continues. I love lots of different types of food but, I always seem to gravitate back to these. Maybe it is because they both use cilantro? Maybe it is because both seem to be full of fresh flavors and crunchy textures. Who knows? Either … More Light Asian Peanut Noodles with Chicken

Not only is this meal easy and delicious but, it is also a GREAT way to get your veggies into your day. The broccoli cooks with the pasta so it gets really soft and ends up looking almost like a pesto sauce in the dish. I don’t repeat recipes very often so the fact that … More Orechiete Pasta with Chicken Sausage and Broccoli

So, yesterday I said that I picked a couple of recipes out of this month’s Cooking Light Magazine to make this week. This is the second recipe that I chose. I am a total sucker for shrimp and Alan is a total sucker for cajun spices. Sometimes you really want a creamy sauce but creamy … More Cajun Shrimp Linguine

I like food that sticks to your ribs. I mean don’t get me wrong I love a nice fresh salad from time to time, but for the most part I like food that is going to fill you up and keep you that way. I hate making a gorgeous meal with lots of prep and … More Steak Tips with Peppered Mushroom Gravy

I love recipes that take a classic and make it new and fresh again. When I saw this recipe on I Don’t Go To The Gym, I knew I wanted to give it a try. Chicken Parm can be a pretty heavy dish. It is breaded, usually pan fried, and then topped with cheese. Yikes! … More Skinny Spinach Chicken Parmesan